Barnes & Noble Nook GlowLight 3 8GB
Score: 60/100
Amazon Kindle
Score: 72/100Rankings
The newest Kindle 16 GB offers a compact 6-inch E-Ink screen with fast page turns and up to six weeks of battery life. Its lightweight design comes without water resistance or warm lighting, and ads appear on the lock screen by default. Best suited for budget-conscious users seeking maximum portability.
The Nook GlowLight 3 is a 6-inch front-lit e-ink eReader with a bright GlowLight display and lightweight build. Its trade-offs include very limited internal storage, lack of expandable memory, and subpar PDF support. It's best suited for casual readers tied to the Barnes & Noble ecosystem.
| Attribute | | |
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6 inchesbest | 6 inchesbest | |
1,080 hoursbest | 1,008 hours | |
776,192 pixelsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 175 gbest | — |
212 ppibest | — | |
2 GB | 16 GBbest | |
0.256 GBbest | — |
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Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 1080 hours | 1008 hours |
Display(2) | ||
Panel Type | E Ink Pearl | E Ink |
Front Light Type | GlowLight | Cool Blue |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 2 GB | 16 GB |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praised the Nook GlowLight for its lightweight, ergonomic build and the bright, clear GlowLight front-lit display that rivals the Kindle Paperwhite 2 and Kobo Aura. However, they pointed out the relatively high launch price, the absence of expandable storage, and weak PDF handling as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently highlight the device's portability, easy one-handed operation, long battery life, and effective GlowLight for low-light reading. Recurring complaints focus on limited internal storage, lack of a microSD slot, subpar PDF support, the rubber back feel, and occasional screen ghosting.
“Helpful, even GlowLight for dark reading”
Professional reviewers highlight the Kindle's exceptional value and portability, noting that its core reading features match higher-end models while its battery life remains impressive. However, they criticize the missing water resistance, the cooler-only front light and the basic build quality, recommending Paperwhite or Oasis for users who need premium lighting or durability.
Everyday users consistently praise the compact 6-inch form factor, long battery endurance and ample 16 GB storage for e-books. Recurring complaints focus on the harsh blue-toned light at night, the absence of water resistance and the perception of a cheaper feel, especially when ads appear on the lock screen.
